Don’t let the weekend forecast drag you down. It’s March in Western Washington nonetheless. Dream of sun rays while participating in any of these awesome activities around Olympia and Thurston County.
- Cheer for athletes competing in the Mountain Marathon and Hillbilly Half Marathon on Saturday.
- Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday at Timberland Regional Library branches on Saturday.
- Watch a performance at the Olympia Dance Festival on Saturday and Sunday.
- Sign up for a kids cooking class at Bayview School of Cooking. Saturday’s lesson prepares kids for St. Patrick’s Day dining.
- Enjoy these family friendly outdoor activities between rain showers – urban safari at Capitol Lake, winter walk at Nisqually Wildlife Refuge, or seek lions at Lions Park.
- Run in Sunday’s Donut Dash benefitting Crime Stoppers.
- Take a day trip to Grays Harbor. Stop at the Summit Lake Grocery Store before viewing snowy owls at Damon Point.
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